Bachelor of Science in Physical Education

at University of Limerick

You will take courses in Subject Pedagogics in relation to your specialist options, in which you will consider the philosophy and practice of teaching these specialist options in the context of your teaching practice programme.

Semester 1    
 

• Foundations of Teaching &Learning in Physical Education    
• Pedagogy of Outdoor Adventure Education    
• Pedagogy of Invasion Games    
• Contemporary Understandings and Thinking on Education    
• Elective module    
• Elective module    

Semester 2
 

• Introduction to Fundamental Movement Skills
• Physiology & Anatomy and Pedagogy of HRA
• Scientific Perspectives on Sport and Exercise Psychology
• Understanding Young People and How They Learn
• Educational Technologies for Teaching and Learning
• Elective module
• Elective module

Year 2

Semester 3    
 

• Instructional Alignment in Physical Education    
• Pedagogy of Dance and Gymnastics (SE/HRA)    
• Planning for Learning    
• Understanding Classroom Practice    
• Elective module    

Semester 4
 

• Pedagogy of Lifetime Physical Activities
• SCHOOL PLACEMENT #1
• Second subject pedagogy 
• Preparation for School Placement

Semester 5
 

• Adapted Physical Activity and Physical Education    
• Qualitative Biomechanics    
• Pedagogy of Athletics and Aquatics    
• Curriculum and Policy Studies    
• Inclusive Education 1 Contemporary Perspectives    
• Elective module    
• Elective module    

Semester 6
 

• Sociological Concepts of Teaching and Learning in Physical Education
• Pedagogy of Striking, Fielding, Net Games
• Project 1 (Research Methods)
• Psychology of Movement Development from Infancy to Adolescent
• Inclusive Education 2 Special Educational Needs
• Optional - An Ghaeilge Ghairmiúil
• Elective module

Semester 7    
 

• SCHOOL PLACEMENT #2    
• Understanding Schools    
• Project 2 (Research)    

Semester 8
 

• Youth Sport and Advocacy
• Project 3
• Physical Activity Behaviour, Promotion & Health
• Teacher as Professional
• Elective module
•  Elective module
   

Applicants are required to hold at the time of enrolment the established Leaving Certificate (or an approved equivalent) with a minimum of six subjects which must include: Two H5 (Higher level) grades and Four O6 (Ordinary level) grades or four H7 (Higher Level) grades. Subjects must include Mathematics, Irish or another language, and English.

Note: Grade F6 in Foundation Mathematics also satisfies the minimum entry requirements. Foundation Maths is not reckonable for scoring purposes.

The cost of studying at University of Limerick varies largely depending on the type of university and the degree chosen. More often than not, humanities, arts, and education courses are less expensive than degrees in medical, engineering, or management. Furthermore, students who choose to study at the postgraduate level typically pay higher tuition fees, which again vary depending on the programme chosen.

Most universities provide scholarships or financial aid to students in order to help them offset their tuition costs. Students should be aware that additional course fees and incidental expenses may not be included in tuition. On average, international students can expect to pay €20900 annually, to study in University of Limerick.

Careers open to you with a degree in PE include;
 

• PE teacher in secondary school
• English/Irish/Geography/Maths Teacher in Secondary school
• Third level Lecturer
• Sports Development officer

The B.Sc. in Physical Education is designed to qualify graduates as teachers of Physical Education along with a second subject (English, Gaeilge, Geography, Mathematics and Chemistry) in Irish Post-Primary Schools. Graduates of the programme are qualified to teach Physical Education and their second subject to Leaving Certificate level.